Gordon and Jane Martz were prominent designers and creators of simple, elegant, handcrafted ceramic goods. Their vintage mid-century modern designs for table lamps, floor lamps, chandeliers and pendants are daring but relaxed and make for versatile additions to any space.
Jane Martz’s grandmother established the family-owned American lampshades company Marshall Studios in Indianapolis, Indiana, in 1922. Jessie “Muz” Marshall produced hand-painted lampshades out of her home, then expanded to include lamp bases made of wood. The business later moved to Veedersburg. After studying at New York State College of Ceramics at Alfred University, Gordon and Jane joined the company in the early 1950s and stepped in to run Marshall Studios after it had been managed by Jane’s parents. Gordon and Jane instilled the brand with fresh energy and new ideas. They introduced innovative modernist stoneware lamps, decorative accessories and more that became immediately popular with new homeowners of the era. Later, there was a return to lamp bases made solely of wood, and floor lamps, bookends and tables with tile tops appeared in the company catalogs.
The Marshall Studios M101 lamp was featured in the Museum of Modern Art’s “Good Design” exhibit in 1953, which also featured the work of other mid-century luminaries such as Jens Risom, Paul McCobb, George Nelson and more.
Gordon and Jane explored color and texture at the company during the 1950s and ‘60s and continued the rich legacy of craftsmanship for which Marshall Studios had become known. The manufacturer secured government contracts and their works were featured in Interiors magazine. Etchings and other decoration continued to be done by hand, and Jane eventually also took an interest in the fabric and textiles used to hand-cover the paper shades, producing a complementary line of hand-woven pillows and other goods.
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Gordon & Jane Martz Extra Long Mosaic Tile Console Table
By Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Console table by Gordon & Jane Martz. The table top is inlaid with square ceramic tiles in cream and warm brown tones. The frame of the table and six legs are solid oak. Dimensions ...
Ceramic, Oak
$995
H 29 in W 60 in D 14 in
1990s Gordons Fine Furniture Asian Design Fruitwood Burl Console Sofa Table
By Gordon Furniture Co.
Located in Germantown, MD
1990s Gordons Fine Furniture Asian design fruitwood burl console table/ sofa table. A pair Asian design fruitwood burl side tables by Gordon's F...
Brass
$4,500
H 19 in Dm 14 in
Gordon & Jane Martz Side Table or Occasional Table Figured Walnut & Ceramic Tile
By Gordon & Jane Martz, Marshall Studios
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed by wife & husband duo Gordon & Jane Martz, this table was produced by Marshall Studios in the 1950s. A shining example of Mid-Century as a whole, this piece features everyth...
Ceramic, Walnut
$15,470 / item
H 34.5 in W 139.5 in D 11 in
Dos Gallos Custom Long Skinny Wood Console Table with Iron Base
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Custom console that can be made in Douglas fir, walnut or oak. Built up top to approximately 3 inches thick. Can be made in different sizes, and different finishes. Made in Los Ange...
Iron
$6,950 / item
H 31 in W 80 in D 14 in
Long Black Walnut Console Table with Shelf, Minimalist Solid Wood Console
By Kirk Van Ludwig, Autonomous Furniture
Located in Victoria, BC
Long black walnut console table with shelf, designed for entryways, hallways, and behind-sofa placement in contemporary interiors. Crafted ...
Walnut, Wood
Gordon & Jane Martz Ceramic Tile Side Table
By Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in San Francisco, CA
Gordon & Jane Martz design walnut and ceramic top side table. High quality construction and materials combine for a perfect drinks table. Ready to install and enjoy.
Ceramic, Walnut
$4,499
H 15.5 in Dm 37 in
1960's Mid-Century Modern Gordon & Jane Martz Mosaic Tile & Walnut Coffee Table
By Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in Burbank, CA
1960's Mid century Modern round coffee table for sale. It's a special and rare table by Gordon & Jane Martz, and is a beautiful work of art. It features mosaic tile in teal, copper, ...
Ceramic, Walnut
Long Narrow Country Console, Walnut Finish
Located in Westwood, NJ
Long narrow country console. This rectangular hall table has a rustic country finish with a paneled top showing exposed saw marks above four dra...
Wood
$7,500 / item
H 31.5 in W 59 in D 11.75 in
Extra-Long 'Esquisse' Blackened Iron and Goatskin Console by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Extra-long 'Esquisse' parchemin console from Design Frères.\ Chic combination of a slender blackened iron base with an inset goatskin (parchemin) cla...
Iron
Pair of Long French Provincial Console Tables
Located in Westwood, NJ
An antiqued wood console table, with four frieze drawers and two further tiers between square tapering supports. The original French Provincial. ...
Wood
$7,500 / item
H 31.5 in W 59 in D 11.75 in
Extra-Long 'Esquisse' Blackened Iron and Goatskin Console by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Extra-long 'Esquisse' parchemin console from our Exclusive Design Frères line. Chic combination of a slender blackened iron base with an inset goats...
Iron
Danish Modern Rosewood Console Table with Tile, Inlay
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stylish vintage console table features rosewood construction and unique tile inlaid top. Two dovetailed drawers provide occasional storage, while sturdy casters make it easy to ...
Walnut
$7,500 / set
H 16 in W 15.13 in D 15.13 in
Pair of Black Mosaic Ceramic Tile Tables by Gordon & Jane Martz / Dunbar Wormley
By Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of Black Mosaic Ceramic Tile Tables by Gordon & Jane Martz Some wear to the finish on the walnut. Manner of Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Ceramic
Gordon & Jane Martz Tile Top Console Table
By Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in San Francisco, CA
Gordon & Jane Martz design walnut console table. Sophisticated design by Gordon & Jane Martz with their signature walnut and ceramic tile combination. High quality construction and m...
Ceramic, Walnut
Gordon & Jane Martz Mosaic Tile Console Table
By Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Console table by Gordon & Jane Martz. The table top is inlaid with square ceramic tiles in a speckled light gray. The frame of the table and four legs are solid oak. Dimensions 72.2...
Oak, Ceramic
Martz Tile Top Console Table for Marshall Studios
By Marshall Studios, Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in Pawtucket, RI
Unusual tile top console table in walnut with bright ceramic tiles by Jane & Gordon Martz for Marshall Studios, USA, 1960s.
Ceramic, Walnut
Jane and Gordon Martz for Marshall Studios
By Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in San Francisco, CA
Unusual and beautiful tile top console table designed by Jane and Gordon Martz for Marshall Studios. Lilac blue inset tile top in a sculptural...
Walnut